Car hire in
Corfu

• Corfu Town: Your first stop in Corfu should be the vibrant capital, Corfu Town. Explore the medieval quarter of the old town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as historic fortresses, fascinating museums, beautiful promenades and large green parks. From Corfu Town, visitors can also take a ferry boat to the small islands that surround Corfu, including Vido, Paxos and Pontikonissi.
• Kassiopi: The charming fishing village of Kassiopi is in the north of the island. Visitors can savour fresh fish in the local restaurants and explore the Byzantine ruins of the Castle of Kassiopi situated above the village. Boasting excellent beaches with clear, clean waters, including Kalamionas, Bataria and Kanoni, there are also plenty of bars and clubs around the harbour.
• Pelekas: Only 8 miles from Corfu Town, Pelekas is a fishing village in the east of the island. Located close to the golden shores of Glyfada and Kontogialos beaches, Pelekas was built at the top of a hill surrounded by olive groves. The village is known for the Kaiser’s Throne observation point, where you can admire panoramic views of the island, which are particularly breath-taking at sunset.

If you think Corfu is beautiful in the summer, wait until you see it in the winter. Winter is the ideal time to explore the serene natural landscapes without the summer crowds. Hire a car in Corfu and drive around the island to discover quaint villages and the picturesque coastline. Enjoy hiking along coastal paths and mountain trails without the heat of summer. During winter, entrance fees to local attractions such as museums and archaeological sites are also less expensive than in the summer.

There are a lot of things to do during the summer in Corfu. It's a beautiful island surrounded by clear blue waters along with many mountains, hiking paths and ancient sites to behold. If you want to get around, pack gear and fit groups of people than we’d recommend a rugged 4X4 as a sensible car hire. For a great drive head to Angelokastro – a 13th Century Castle built high upon a mountain accessible by a winding road under cypress trees. Or if you want to be more at sea level then pack up the car with beach supplies and head to one of the many seaside spots, but be sure to visit Paleokastritsa Beach for great snorkeling.

• SIXT’s branch at Corfu Airport is located in the arrivals area in the main building. So you can pick up your car straight away and get to where you are staying. The airport in Corfu is under 2 miles from Corfu Town meaning you can get there in 10 minutes. Paleokastritsa is a popular resort in the north west of the island 15 miles from the airport. The drive will take around 40 minutes, while the party town of Kavos is an hour’s drive away on the south of the island.
• Corfu is well served by a series of spectacular coastal roads, including the GR-24 motorway which loops around the north and the GR-25 which runs down the narrow southern end of the island. Stick to these and you can expect to encounter many of the island's prime tourist spots.
• However, you have to veer off the main roads to take in sights such as Mount Pandokrator, the island's highest point, with its monastery and sprinkling of sleepy villages. These secondary roads tend to be a little bumpy at times, and the access roads to some of the beaches can be quite steep. For this reason, a 4x4 is a wise choice of vehicle if you're planning on exploring the island's hidden gems by road.
• You shouldn’t have any problems parking on the island and it is often free. Just watch out for yellow lines which indicate that parking is prohibited.